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CJ52 EVO

2002 Mitsubishi Lancer

Black Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jan 2027
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,579 mi
Last recorded51,579 miles
Recorded on5 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer54,679 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCJ52 EVO
MakeMitsubishi
ModelLancer
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jan 2026 51,579 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 49,583 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 47,000 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2023 44,001 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2010 43,209 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 42,651 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jul 2008 42,008 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2007 40,259 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2007 40,259 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2006 36,891 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2005 32,616 miles

How Reliable is the Mitsubishi Lancer?

Based on 382,912 MOT tests across 33,260 vehicles.

76.3%
Pass Rate
5,235
Miles/Year
30
Year Lifespan
33,260
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 9,095
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 5,710
position lamp(s) not working 4,694
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 4,425
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 4,236
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CJ52 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer in Black with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.0% with a typical mileage of 54,679 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mitsubishi Lancer fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 9,095 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CJ52 EVO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mitsubishi Lancer typically stays on UK roads for around 30 years. At 24 years old, this Mitsubishi Lancer is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of CJ52 EVO?

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What year was CJ52 EVO registered?

CJ52 EVO is a 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, first registered on 23 October 2002.

Is CJ52 EVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CJ52 EVO shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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